Subject to subsection (b) of this section, the Board shall issue a license to any applicant who: Meets the requirements of this title; Pays the license fee set by the Board; and Submits to the Board satisfactory evidence of having completed a State and national criminal history records check in accordance with § 2–303.1 of this subtitle. On receipt of the criminal history record information of an applicant for licensure forwarded to the Board in accordance with § 2–303.1 of this subtitle, in determining whether to grant a license, the Board shall consider: The age at which the crime was committed; The nature of the crime; The circumstances surrounding the crime; The length of time that has passed since the crime; Subsequent work history; Employment and character references; and Any other evidence that demonstrates whether the applicant poses a threat to the public health or safety. The Board may not issue a license if the criminal history record information required under § 2–303.1 of this subtitle has not been received.